Watch WV Legislature Live each day at http://www.legis.state.wv.us/live.cfm Thursday, Jan. 24, 2019 16th Day of the Legislative Session Rotunda and social activities: Patients-Research-Jobs: A WV Biopharmaceutical Briefing Breakfast, 8 ‐ 9 a.m., Culture Center; WVU Day at the Legislature, Upper House and Upper Senate Rotundas. SENATE: Senate to convene at 11 a.m. On The[Read More…]
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W.Va. Senate Health and Human Resources passes SB 173 on office-based medication assisted treatment.
By Erica Young WV Press Capitol Reporter CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The Senate Health and Human Resources Committee met this afternoon to discuss Bill 173 — to allow the Department of Health and Human Resources to promote a legislative rule on office-based medication assisted treatment. The DHHR defines medication-assisted treatment as[Read More…]
Thomas Art Walk to bring color to winter
By DAN GEOHAGAN The Inter-Mountain THOMAS, W.Va. — In the midst of the winter’s white, a festival of color will take place on the top of the mountain in Tucker County Saturday. The Thomas Art Walk, an annual tradition in Tucker, is this year participating in showing solidarity with the[Read More…]
W.Va. Secretary of State’s new website offers ‘One-Click Access’ to information, services, resources
Release from the W.Va. Secretary of State: CHARLESTON, W.Va. – The The new website supports some of the Secretary of State’s top goals, which include streamlining bureaucracy, enhancing business and continuously improving customer service. The new, easy-to-navigate website has a fresh new look and was designed over the last 14 months[Read More…]
Read Aloud West Virginia growing again — and seeking volunteers
By MICHAL NEARY The Journal MARTINSBURG — For volunteers who read to children through Read Aloud West Virginia, one prime goal is to create a space in the classroom where reading is simply enjoyable. “We’re a live commercial for reading,” said Dawn Miller, communications director for the nonprofit organization. “We’re[Read More…]
West Virginia organizations expand services for federal workers
By CAITY COYNE Charleston Gazette-Mail BECKLEY, W.Va. — As the partial federal government shutdown entered its 27th day Thursday, organizations throughout West Virginia extended services to assist federal employees who might be struggling without their paychecks. At the Beckley Veterans Affairs Medical Center Thursday morning, a routine mobile food pantry[Read More…]
Around the Rotunda: Legislative, committee schedule for Monday, Jan. 14
Watch WV Legislature Live each day at http://www.legis.state.wv.us/live.cfm Monday, Jan. 14, 2019 6th Day of the Legislative Session Rotunda and social activities: Marshall University Day, Upper House and Upper Senate Rotundas; WV Senior Centers Legislative Reception, 5 – 8 p.m., Culture Center; County Commissioners Association Legislative Reception, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m., Embassy Suites, Salon D. SENATE: [Read More…]
Jefferson County representatives talk budget, new session
By DANYEL VanREENEN The Journal MARTINSBURG, W.Va. — Jefferson County state lawmakers have had mixed reactions to Gov. Jim Justice’s proposed budget after his State of the State address on Wednesday. But most county representatives have said they are focused on creating a better future for Jefferson County by supporting[Read More…]
